Freedman references New York Red Bulls midfielder Dax McCarty, who told MLSsoccer.com's March to the Match podcast, "You definitely don’t want to be facing (Colorado) if you’re in the West. I think they’re really dangerous.”

The managing editor remarks on the outstanding collection of talent that has helped Colorado to its current place in the standings, including the budding offensive duo of Deshorn Brown and Gabriel Torres.

But he also points out the terrific work the team has done on the defensive end, noting that:

"In a one-off game or a two-legged series, these Rapids are more than capable of pulling an upset. But that defense? Well, they say that wins championships."